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The IRONMAN Beginner's Run Gear Checklist

2010 Ford Ironman World Championship in Kailua-Kona, October 9th, 2010.

This foolproof checklist for run training and racing will free up your headspace to focus on getting fit.

The IRONMAN marathon comes at the end of a long day spent swimming and cycling. The last thing you should be worrying about is whether or not you have everything you need to get run-ready. Our run-specific lists—ordered from essential to optional—help you gather all the essentials so you can focus on training, and racing your heart out.

Training

Essentials:

- Running shoes

- Socks

- Shorts and running t-shirts or singlets

- Sports bra

- Sunglasses

- Energy gels

- Hat or visor

- Sunscreen

Handy extras:

- Hand-held bottle or belt (great for carrying your water with you on long runs)